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Ryan Franklin | Christian Leader Made Simple
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Many leaders are searching for clarity in a very confusing world. Their lives are chaotic and they struggle with their effectiveness, and as a result, they don’t enjoy leadership as much as they could. I provide a framework called The Christian Leader Blueprint that helps leaders learn and master the biblical skills needed to improve their leadership health and effectiveness. It helps a person gain a better rhythm of life, see themselves more clearly, leverage their strengths, and produce more productive relationships. You can download The Christian Leader Blueprint - Short Guide for free today at www.ryanfranklin.org.#leadershipdevelopment #personalgrowth #leadership #ministry #pastors #churches #leadershiptraining #christianleader #leader #influence #executivecoach #leadershipcoaching #productivity

  1. 2D AGO

    Short Clip: What Resistance Looks Like When You Take Over a Church | Chantry Dean

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/idUO4EHhnRQ?si=Nl8UQ1pcz_UE8w9X  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: Chantry Dean describes a leadership transition marked more by alignment than resistance, largely due to strong support from the previous leader. He emphasizes creating clarity through defined roles, shared authority, and real decision-making power, while fostering collaboration. Some challenges included shifting access to leadership and developing individuals to carry greater responsibility. He highlights that empowerment requires accountability, but once ownership takes hold, momentum builds. For new leaders, he advises listening first, honoring the past, and building a trusted core team to carry vision and sustain long-term success.Ads do not influence the answers you get from ChatGPT. Your chats stay private. Learn about ads and personalization Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr  Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Download The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint  Take the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Learn more about Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  YouTube and Audio Podcast:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast  Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

    10 min

  2. 5D AGO

    Short Clip: Why Most Leaders Can't Hear God's Voice (It's Not What You Think) | Raymond Woodward

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/5pZTLh7Atc8?si=umx7t_zFFyZlsyAV  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: Raymond Woodward teaches that hearing God is rooted in relationship, not technique. True discernment flows from submission—aligning your will under God and remaining accountable to spiritual voices He places in your life. As intimacy with God deepens, His voice becomes clearer, and obedience sharpens sensitivity. Like sheep recognizing a shepherd, believers learn His voice through trust, consistency, and proximity—rejecting unfamiliar voices and staying grounded in Scripture and godly influence. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr  Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Download The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint  Take the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Learn more about Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  YouTube and Audio Podcast:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast  Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

    11 min

  3. APR 30

    Short Clip: How Working Harder Made Me a Less Effective Minister | DJ Hill

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/ZIgL4nHFt1s?si=1Na2xAdcRIiRBUOG  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: Dj Hill reflects on a leadership blind spot many young ministers face: believing hard work and talent can replace healthy rhythms. Early in ministry, he pushed himself with travel, preaching, and responsibilities that looked manageable on paper but proved exhausting in real life, especially with a newborn at home. He explains that sustainable leadership requires rhythms that “bend without breaking,” allowing flexibility in demanding seasons. Hill emphasizes planning ahead, protecting family time, and recognizing that when leaders ignore rest and recovery, the strain often shows up most clearly in their relationships at home. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr  Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Download The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint  Take the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Learn more about Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  YouTube and Audio Podcast:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast  Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

    10 min
  4. The Hidden Emotional Weight Pastors Carry That Nobody Talks About | Dr. Wayne Chappelle

    APR 27

    The Hidden Emotional Weight Pastors Carry That Nobody Talks About | Dr. Wayne Chappelle

    What's subtly wearing you out? Free self-assessment for ministry leaders: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Join Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  In this conversation, Ryan Franklin sits down with Dr. Wayne Chappelle, co-author of the new book Heal Your Hurting Mind, written with Craig Groeschel. Together they explore a reality many pastors and leaders face: carrying the weight of leadership while privately struggling with anxiety, burnout, or emotional exhaustion. Drawing from both biblical insight and psychological research, Dr. Chappelle discusses why mental and emotional struggles are more common among leaders than many realize, the myths that keep Christians silent about mental health, and the practical steps leaders can take to move toward healing and resilience. This episode offers honest conversation, biblical perspective, and hopeful guidance for anyone who is leading others while trying to care for their own soul. Connect with Dr. Wayne Chappelle: DrChappelle.com PsyOptimal.com Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-chappelle-3990b6185 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.waynechappelle/ Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@psyoptimalsports Purchase Heal Your Hurting Mind Book: https://amzn.to/4bwfSEj (affiliate link) Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Website: https://www.ryanfranklin.org  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

    1h 1m

  5. APR 23

    Short Clip: Small Changes That Led Me From 280 Pounds to Great Health | Liv Hill

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/JRoVRZoRclI?si=rN7uApvwDvq4jNyU  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: Many pastors face unhealthy living not simply as a body issue but a stewardship issue. Liv Hill reframes the conversation from appearance to habits—stress management, daily rhythms, and how leaders care for themselves. She shares her own journey from nearly 300 pounds while excelling professionally and spiritually, yet privately struggling. Emotional eating, unaddressed stress, and identity patterns played a role. Change became possible when discomfort began affecting her spiritual life. Rather than extremes, she started small—packing lunch, making steady adjustments—and built sustainable momentum that led to lasting transformation. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr  Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Download The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint  Take the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Learn more about Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  YouTube and Audio Podcast:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast  Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

    10 min

  6. APR 20

    Short Clip: The Hidden Psychological Weight Every Christian Leader Carries | Scott Sistrunk

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/rxzh4veu8xQ?si=X5d1H9kjbUKxSFDx  You’re still showing up. But are you leading with clarity — or just holding it together? Take 15 minutes to reflect with the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment — a simple tool to help you see what’s really working... and what’s quietly wearing you out. It’s free! https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Description: Scott Sistrunk explains that rejection cuts deeply because leaders genuinely love their people and invest their hearts in them. Unlike sales, ministry involves vulnerability—leaders commit themselves without fully knowing what’s in someone’s heart. Rejection can trigger insecurities and imposter syndrome, making leaders question their adequacy. While some rejection calls for self-examination in tone and timing, other moments stem from preaching transformation. The apostolic message calls for daily change, and not everyone wants that. Leaders must discern whether rejection reveals needed growth—or simply resistance to truth. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr  Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Download The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint  Take the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Learn more about Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  YouTube and Audio Podcast:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast  Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

    11 min

  7. APR 16

    Short Clip: Married Couple Reveals the Moment They Knew Their Marriage Wouldn't Survive

    Link to the full podcast: https://youtu.be/qYRTDeyJJS0?si=VXWCqhTo_F60RM6i  Description: The Robinettes reflect on a season marked by deep loneliness early in their marriage, even while together. Living overseas, isolated, and emotionally disconnected, she wrestled with silence, secrecy, and feeling unseen. Through prayer, courage, and honest affirmation, she chose to speak belief and value into her husband’s life. That moment became a turning point—awakening purpose, restoring connection, and revealing how powerful validation, presence, and spiritual alignment can be in healing loneliness within marriage. Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Download The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint  Take the Christian Leader® Self-Assessment (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Learn more about Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  YouTube and Audio Podcast:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast  Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

    11 min
  8. From Insecurity to Clarity: Why Most Pastoral Transitions Fail | Pastor Chantry Dean

    APR 13

    From Insecurity to Clarity: Why Most Pastoral Transitions Fail | Pastor Chantry Dean

    What's subtly wearing you out? Free self-assessment for ministry leaders: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment  Join Christian Leader® Community Coaching: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching  What does it really take to follow a 40-year pastor, especially when that pastor is your father? In this episode, Ryan sits down with Pastor Chantry Dean to unpack the emotional weight and leadership complexity of stepping into a long-standing legacy. They talk about identity under pressure, establishing authority without dishonor, and the internal battles most successors never talk about. Chantry shares the pivotal conversations that made the transition healthy, the mistakes churches often make in pastoral succession, and the practical moves he made to shift from a personality-driven model to a strong, team-based ministry structure. If you’re leading after a legacy, or preparing someone to, this conversation will help you honor the past while building a healthy future. Purchase Christian Leader Sight Planner (a tool that has drastically changed Ryan’s productivity):  Black Cover – https://amzn.to/3JpBHvm  Blue Cover – https://amzn.to/4ouFRB9  Green Cover – https://amzn.to/4oXVLUr Purchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today:  https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbook Connect with Ryan:  Email: info@ryanfranklin.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/  Website: https://www.ryanfranklin.org  Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio:  https://www.apostolic-audio.com #leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentals Send us Fan Mail

    58 min
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Many leaders are searching for clarity in a very confusing world. Their lives are chaotic and they struggle with their effectiveness, and as a result, they don’t enjoy leadership as much as they could. I provide a framework called The Christian Leader Blueprint that helps leaders learn and master the biblical skills needed to improve their leadership health and effectiveness. It helps a person gain a better rhythm of life, see themselves more clearly, leverage their strengths, and produce more productive relationships. You can download The Christian Leader Blueprint - Short Guide for free today at www.ryanfranklin.org.#leadershipdevelopment #personalgrowth #leadership #ministry #pastors #churches #leadershiptraining #christianleader #leader #influence #executivecoach #leadershipcoaching #productivity

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  • Creator
    Ryan Franklin | Christian Leader Made Simple
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    243
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Christian Leader Made Simple Podcast with Ryan Franklin
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